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Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Fashion Talk : The Emmy's

Today I wanted to mix things up a bit and talk about fashion! I was having a conversation with a friend at work, and we both mentioned that we hate watching awards shows, but love to see the fashion. Does anyone else do that?

I wanted to do my own (hopefully nicer) version of Fashion Police and talk about some of my favorite and least favorite looks of the night. I hope you all enjoy this and will share your favorite looks from the runway!

Favorite Looks

Teyonah Parris: I LOVED this dress! I thought it was so cute and fun, not to mention really unique from most red carpet gowns. I loved the polka dot pattern, and it flowed and photographed so well. I think the hair and makeup looks a bit aged compared to the youthful, fun dress, so that's the only difference I would make. For any Project Runway fans out there- does this remind you of a dress that Kenley would make?

Christina Hendricks: I'm not sure whose look I like better- Christina or her husband's! This might not be the best dress for a hot California day, but it's a show stopper. The detailing is absolutely stunning, and it flatters her gorgeous figure perfectly. Doesn't it look like she stepped out of the Great Gatsby?

Ellie Kemper: I think I would love just about anything that Ellie would wear because I'm such a big fan of hers. This dress, though, is so unique and gorgeous that I would love it on anyone! I love the pattern and the colors. It stands out so much and is extremely flattering. I don't think I've ever seen a dress like this, and I love it!

Maggie Gyllenhaal: This dress silhouette happens to be my absolute favorite- it's classic, flattering, and beautiful! I loved the contrast of the bright purple against the dark blue top. I also really like how Maggie didn't add a necklace and let her dress be the star!

Lady Gaga: I would have never guessed that this elegant, beautiful woman was Lady Gaga! What a transformation! This dress was really simple and gorgeous, with an interesting detail at the hip. It fit her perfectly!

Best Dressed

Julianne Hough: I loved how unique this dress was, and how revealing it is but doesn't feel inappropriate. It probably helps that Julianne has an absolutely perfect body! I also loved how she kept her hair and makeup really simple and elegant, and Derek looked classic and handsome next to her.

Least Favorite Looks

Kerry Washington: I'm usually a huge fan of everything that Kerry wears, but I really didn't like this dress! It looks really heavy and uncomfortable. I also think it would be way too warm on a day when everyone was complaining about the heat (and some stars almost passed out). I thought her hair and makeup looked gorgeous, and those shoes are fantastic!

Tracee Ellis Ross: I don't really understand or like the design on this dress. It doesn't look like it's finished, and looks more like a craft project. I also think it fits Tracee awkwardly (especially the top). I'm not a fan of the jewelry either. Overall, not a very good look in my opinion!

Naomi Grossman: I don't get this....at all. Not flattering, not cute, not a fan. It also looks like she could easily trip over the dress- it's too long!!

Worst Dressed

Heidi Klum: WHY, Heidi, WHY! I've been absolutely loving Heidi's looks this year on Project Runway and America's Got Talent, but I really don't understand this design at all. It looks like she's trying to be supermodel Big Bird! I think she looks gorgeous in anything that she wears, but I don't get this look at all. It would be a really cute little dress if the mesh was removed along with the sleeve/coverup.

What are you favorite looks from the runway?

Least favorite?

Do you watch award shows?

Am I being too harsh? I hate to diss anyone, and Dan said I'm being a meanie. I hope I wasn't too mean- it's all in fun- all these women are gorgeous!

24 comments:

No, Gretchen, you were not being harsh. I love watching the fashions on the awards shows. My favorite was the Kerry Washington dress. It sparkled and moved. I guess they didn't plan on it being so hot that day but she said since it had so much mesh it was cooler. And Lady Gaga..so subdued. I thought the fashions were well designed this time and showed some personality.

Haha I saw a meme of Heidi next to Big Bird... the outfits were similar :) I agree that I love looking at the fashion, but I also love listening to the hosts and seeing who's nominated... I'm just not a fan of all the commercials!

I did not watch the Emmys. I don't think you were too harsh. I am so mean when it comes to people dressing (hypocrite as I wear shorts and tanks) My theory is if you wear it in public all bets are off. I only liked one of those dresses. Thanks really good jobbakingrunner.blogspot.com

I thought at first there was a spot on naomi's dress then I realized it's see through and that's her belly button! And what is up with Heidi's platforms!? Also, love Julieanne's everything but I think the headband needs to go. It draws too much attention away from that gorgeous dress!

This is such a cool post! I love that you branched out and wrote about fashion. I have NO CLUE when it comes to anything fashion-related and I don't even know who most of these women are, because I am so out of touch with media. So sad. I'm a loser. But as loser as I am, I'd never wear that yellow dress. :P

I'm so glad you liked it Suzy! I wear pretty basic stuff myself and I'm not a fashionista or anything, but it definitely is interesting to me! I didn't know most of them either..I just saw pics and saved the ones I liked and didn't like :)

I actually like listening to some of the acceptance speeches, and I feel like you can always expect an inappropriate comment or lash-out these days :) Even though the yellow dress is not my favorite, I can't get over how amazing HK looks after having kids!

True! I heard there was some controversy with Viola Davis's speech which is unfortunate. I agree that Heidi usually looks great, but I didn't think this did her any justice! She's such a beautiful woman and this dress is not good at all!

You're not being harsh at all! I'm with Lauren - I love looking at the fashion and listening to the acceptance speeches. And, if the host is good, I like their bits :) didn't get to watch the Emmy's this year, though!